Deputy Manager - Brand Partnerships - CPG Industry

Key Responsibilities:

- Build and nurture relationships with leading CPG brands to drive collaborations, sampling campaigns, launches, and strategic initiatives.

- Identify new partnership opportunities and contribute towards category growth and revenue targets.

- Lead conversations and negotiations with brand stakeholders and marketing teams.

- Manage and guide a team, ensuring strong execution, ownership, and achievement of business goals.

- Mentor team members on client handling, pitching, relationship management, and campaign execution.

- Work cross-functionally with internal teams including marketing, operations, category, and consumer insights.

- Track market trends, competitor activities, and emerging consumer brands within the FMCG/CPG ecosystem.

Desired Skills & Experience:

- 4-8 years of experience in Brand Partnerships, Key Account Management, Category Management, or Business Development.

- Strong understanding of the CPG ecosystem.

- Experience in managing client relationships and handling strategic partnerships.

- Prior experience in team management or mentoring is highly preferred.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment.

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